Apply For 2015/2016 IFC’s Young Professionals Program

International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group is the largest global development institution focused exclusively on the private sector in developing countries.

IFC’s Young Professionals Program offers a unique opportunity to launch a global career as an investment professional helping to build the private sector in developing countries. Participants join as Associate Investment Officers or Investment Officers, depending on level of experience – responsible for identifying, structuring, closing and monitoring IFC’s loans and investments – and build their expertise through assignments in different countries, close to our clients. IFC’s approach is to combine rigorous analysis, innovative deal structuring and a focus on financial sustainability and positive development impact.

Applications are hereby invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for the 2015/2016 IFC’s Young Professionals Program

We are looking for current students or recent graduates of MBA or Master’s degree programs with strong financial skills, professional achievement, leadership potential and a demonstrated commitment to development.

Role of an Investment Officer

You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team focused on identifying investment opportunities, executing transactions and actively managing portfolio projects. In this role, your objective will be to maximize the impact of IFC’s intervention and contribute to the development of our countries of operation by executing innovative, developmental, and profitable investments for IFC.

Experience in international finance, demonstrated leadership and passion for sustainable private sector development

Strong analytical and credit assessment skills, as well as solid understanding of accounting and financial statement analysis

Knowledge of relevant industry sector trends

Sound business judgment and problem solving, negotiation and commercial skills

Ability to develop new business and effectively focus on client needs

Enthusiasm for working in multi-cultural teams and across borders, preferably with experience working in developing countries

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; fluency in other languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Spanish or Russian) preferred

Willingness to travel extensively and geographic flexibility

Application and Selection Process

IFC will begin accepting applications online for the IFC YP Class 2016 from August 15th through October 5th,2015.

First Round interviews are expected to take place in October and November, and Final Round Interviews in early December. Job offers to successful applicants will be extended in December/January 2015/16, and participants will join IFC in September 2016.